Erik ten Hag hopes Liverpool win is Man United’s ‘moment’

Erik ten Hag has urged Manchester United to make the thrilling FA Cup win over Liverpool “the moment” they flip their season round.

Substitute Amad Diallo scored the winner within the 121st minute to seal an unimaginable 4-3 victory after further time to earn United a semifinal in opposition to EFL Championship aspect Coventry at Wembley subsequent month.

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Ten Hag’s workforce have endured a disappointing season, however might nonetheless finish the marketing campaign with a trophy and a spot within the Champions League.

“This could be the moment,” Ten Hag mentioned after the win. “The team has the belief and energy to do amazing things. When you beat Liverpool you can beat any opponent.”

Ten Hag faces questions on his future following the arrival of recent co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, however the Dutchman says his gamers confirmed why he is the proper man for the job with their efficiency in opposition to Jurgen Klopp’s aspect.

“The first 35 minutes, we showed again that the future of this team is very bright,” he mentioned. “There is huge potential. We have to get it out and get consistency. The first 35 minutes was very pleasing. They are great characters and the determination we see again.

“This season we’ve got so many setbacks and each time we’ve got to adapt.”

Ten Hag also hailed match winner Amad, who was sent off during his goal celebrations after picking up a second booking for removing his shirt. The 21-year-old, who was linked with a loan move in January, has played only 88 minutes of football this season, but made a crucial impact as a late substitute against Liverpool.

“I’m so pleased for him,” Ten Hag said. “He is one of many gamers who had enormous setbacks. He returned however there is lots of competitors in his place and he would not all the time get the time he deserves to play.

“It shows his contribution in scoring a goal, but we know he can do it. I am very pleased he can do it.”